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BK06 ZLU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

65,795 mi
Last recorded65,795 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 ZLU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 65,795 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 64,791 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 63,041 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 62,756 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 60,868 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 60,493 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 60,364 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 59,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 57,741 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 56,786 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 55,528 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 52,384 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 50,785 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 49,270 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 46,178 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,474 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 38,849 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 38,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 31,122 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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BK06 ZLU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 54,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK06 ZLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK06 ZLU registered?

BK06 ZLU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is BK06 ZLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK06 ZLU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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